LOVE ATTITUDE AND MARITAL SATISFACTION AMONG WOMEN OF TRIVANDRUM

Abstract

The study on Love Attitude and Marital Satisfaction” was conducted to understand the extent of Love Attitude among Women of Trivandrum and also their marital satisfaction. A sample of 90 participants was selected through convenient sampling and standardized tools on Love Attitude and Marital Satisfaction Scale were used for measuring the dimensions such as intimacy, commitment and satisfaction in their relationship. 76.7% of the women have high extent of love attitude, 22.2% of the women has got moderate extent of love attitude and 1.1% has got low extent of love attitude. 33.3% have high extent of marital satisfaction, 63.3% have moderate extent of marital satisfaction and 3.3% have low extent of marital satisfaction. There exists significant positive average correlation between love attitude and marital satisfaction. There exist no significant difference in marital satisfaction and love attitude on the basis of demographic factors except for area of residence. As a Counselling Psychologist, it is very important to take into consideration the mental health of people with low love attitude and marital satisfaction as it has great impact not only to the present generation but also to the future generation.